Wavlink AC1200 Setup

The Wavlink brand is one of the most used networking device organization. The AC1200 WiFi speed extender is the most purchased of all. Have a look how to complete the Wavlink AC1200 setup in home, but first learn some information about it.

AC1200 Extender Hardware Information

Hardware

The Device is pretty small that you can plug in directly in any power outlet. There are buttons, a port, and LED light which indicates status of the device. The device content package didn’t contain the power cord, Ethernet cable, or any other than extender, and a user manual.

Features

There are ultimate and a lot of features that provide user seamless internet connectivity and extended network coverage. There is frequency adjustments (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) option, Wavlink app provide so many features and easy to analyse GUI interface window.

Wavlink AC1200 Setup

Connection with Router

The connection usually connects and setup with the help of WPS methods. But, you can also connect it with Ethernet cable. We will describe both the methods:

If you want to connect via WPS

Plug the extender into the power outlet (working one) and turn on the device.
Power on the router and press the WPS button on it.
Press the WPS button on the WiFi extender.
These devices will connect automatically within minutes.

Then, there is no need to adjust any settings, because the extender will set automatically in default settings.

If you want to connect via cable

Use the LAN cable which is in good condition that will connect to the router and extender.
Place the extender close to the router and connect LAN cable end into the extender port.
Connect other end to the router LAN port; make sure it must connect tightly and correctly.
Then you can power up the router and extender and configure the device with interface.

Setup with Computer

The Wavlink AC1200 extender default IP address is 192.168.10.1 and you can reach to the interface login page. One more way that is URL (wifi.wavlink.com or Ap.setup) of the extender will take you to the Wavlink setup page.

Connect the computer or laptop to the extender network which is WAVLINK_XXXX.
Open browser and type in the IP address or URL, and then search it by pressing the ENTER.
The Login page will appear on computer browser and here you must enter the admin details.
The credentials are given on the back label of the device, or in the user manual.
Type it in and press Enter or click on the LOGIN button, and you will be taken to the setup page.

Here, you can easily adjust the frequency, create new network, change WiFi address and password and password.

Setup with Phone

The other method to setup the extender is via phone using the Wavlink app. This application is available on the Play Store, App Store, Microsoft Store and official site of the Wavlink brand.

Download the app from the store of your phone (iPhone or Android).
Access the app from the admin credentials (username and password).
The username and password are given on the back label or user manual.
Just enter the credentials and you will get in to the interface GUI.

From here, you can complete the Wavlink AC1200 setup easily. Now, you must adjust some of the settings:

How to Change WiFi Password?

Access the interface of extender through your phone or computer via IP address or URL or app using the username and password. In the dashboard, click on the Settings > Open Wireless Networks Setting > choose the SSID option > add new password and username > apply the changes by click on SAVE.

How to Adjust Extender Frequency?

Access the interface of extender through your phone or computer via IP address or URL or app using the username and password. In the dashboard, click on the Settings > Open Wireless Networks Setting > select Channels option > here choose 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz according to the area. Then, you must fill all fields and SAVE the changes.

How to Change Admin Password?

Access the interface of extender through your phone or computer via IP address or URL or app using the username and password. In the dashboard, click on the Settings > Admin window > enter new credentials (username and password). Then, SAVE the changes that you have made.

How to Reboot Wavlink Extender?

If in any situation user need to refresh the extender and network, you can do it with the help of the simple steps.

Turn on and turn off the AC1200 extender to restart the device.
Plug the extender out from the wall socket and plug it out to reboot.
One other way to restart the device is pressing the Power button for twice.

Here, you have learned all information about the Wavlink AC1200 setup (extender), and how to configure its settings.